Question: Is the base coach required to vacate his/her area in the coaching box if there is a play on the batter or runner?

Answer: The coaching box is “not” a sanctuary for the coach; hence, if the defense is attempting a play, the coach must vacate the area. (BB), dead ball, batter-runner or runner is out and runners return. (Rule 5, Sec. 1, Art. 1(g); Rule 3-2-3; Rule 7-3-5 & Rule 8-4-2(g)) (SB), depending upon batted/thrown ball; dead ball in both; batter and/or runner is out; runner closest to home could be called out in certain plays. (Rule 5-1-1(g); Rule 3-5-5 & Rule 8-6-(16-19))